• Job Description

  Req#: 32511771890

  Job Details

  Job Location: Huntington Beach HQ Office - Huntington Beach, CA

  Salary Range: Undisclosed

  Senior Account Executive, Experiential

  INNOCEAN USA , a full-service advertising agency located in Huntington Beach, CA, is searching for a seasoned Senior Account Manager to join our Kia experiential team!

  The Account Manager position will report to the Account Director. This position will be a part of INNOCEAN's Promotions Department to work on Kia America's auto show and special events programs. This position will focus on the operations and production strategy for activations that are part of the National and Regional Auto Shows, Electrify Expos, Dealer Meetings working directly with the KUS marketing team and activation agencies. The position requires a strong project management and budget management skills. The position also requires some travel to various events.

  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • • Account Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of the agency's teams, focusing on excellent service delivery to our client
    • Support and manage the overall project scope, specifications, budgets, fabrication and first-uses to ensure Kia branding, messaging and quality control.
    • Participate in ongoing auto show budget review and approval meetings as deemed necessary to track changes and revisions.
    • Coordinate and manage Specialty Vehicle Logistics withKUSdistribution and transportation vendors such as Car Prep for auto shows and dealer meetings.
    • Review and maintain monthly Cost Analysis Report and change order report.
    • Provide on-site logistical support toKUSauto show staff as directed byKUS.
    • Create and distribute booth vehicle layouts for all A, B, C & D-kit shows.Manage approvals with regions.
    • Create, update and distributeKUSmonthly special offers & incentives for each show each month of the auto show season.
    • Review and approve reformatted static Monroney vehicle content for all B & C-kit shows.
    • Update existing auto show property elements with current information – manage graphic and digital updates to relevant display properties (Color & Trim displays and drive simulators.
    • AssistKUSauto show staff as requested byKUSby coordinating logistics for NBA Player Appearances withKUSSports Marketing.
    • Conduct random audits ofKUSvendor invoices with written approval byKUSProcurement.
    • Coordinate withKUS vendorsto research and recommend the best and most cost-effective event and entertainment technology applications, talent and services
    • Review subcontractor invoices and variance reports.
    • Provide reconciliation reports toKUSupon request.
    • Oversee the activation agency day-to-day management & act as point person for the communication among other agencies
    • Fully understand the client's business and maintain current industry knowledge
    • Development of a positive, partner relationship with clients and partners
    • Ensure that cross-department project teams produce all client work with the highest level of quality
    • Run & manage all update status calls with the client, agencies and other partners
    • Work with internal team & partners to develop the on-site activation idea for the client
    • Manage and oversee the activation plan and execution including branding, displays, hospitality, inventories, etc.

  DESIRED SKILLS &QUALIFICATIONS

  • • A passion for experiential marketing and event activation
    • A minimum of 4-5 years of agency or client-based account management experience
    • Experience with on-site event marketing for automotive industry is plus, but not required.
    • Excellent time management, written and oral communication skills
    • Ability to travel 25% of the time
    • Proficient in preparing presentations (e.g. PowerPoint presentations, Word documents, Excel spreadsheets).
  • Strong understanding and ability to apply integrated marketing strategies
  • Demonstrated creative and critical thinking with the ability to build programs from concept through to execution
  • Ability to problem-solve independently and in groups

  BENEFITS

  • 3 PPO Medical Plans through Anthem to choose from at low cost
  • Free Dental and Vision
  • 401k - up to 6% match at .70 cents on the dollar
  • Wellness reimbursement program
  • Company paid short- and long-term disability, and basic life
  • Generous PTO
  • On-site Barista
  • Beautiful campus across from the Pacific Ocean

  Salary range:$100,000 to $110,000

  Pay is dependent upon several factors including but not limited to: experience, training, and transferable skills.

  
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